Memories

The Chronology of His Day, When Grandpa Was In Charge During His Visit

Written May 1993. Grandpa is 68 years old. Laura is 4 years 10 months. Craig is 9 months.

Grandpa feeds Craig

7:55am – Mommy & Daddy have gone. I am alone with Laura and Craig.

7:57am – Laura settles in front of the TV set and watches “Barney.” Meanwhile, Craig’s having fun by jumping up and down on my lap. I get tired before he does.

8:10am – My bed is not yet made and have not had time to shave. But Craig’s safely in his playpen which gives me time to fold the wash and start another load.

8:15am – Craig clamors to get out of playpen and again starts jumping on me. Laura has a Pop Tart while continuing to watch “Barney.”

9:00am – Craig to crib for nap. Laura changes from her PJs. Reset dryer because clothes still wet.

9:10am – Craig wakes and I take him out of his crib and carry him about. Play arts and crafts with Laura. (Polish her white shoes.) Craig watches. Laura insists on wearing crazy colored socks when she (we) finishes polishing her shoes.

9:45am – Everybody out on the swings. Thank goodness it wasn’t raining.